Sumter County will begin a roadway improvement project on Sunday on Rainey Trail in The Villages. The work will include milling and resurfacing the existing pavement to enhance driving conditions, improve safety, and extend the life of the roadway.
The project will involve removing the worn surface of the 1.5-mile roadway and replacing it with a new layer of asphalt, creating a smoother ride for motorists while preserving critical transportation infrastructure. Work will be performed overnight as weather and site conditions permit. Drivers can expect minimal traffic impacts during the day. The roadway project is expected to be completed three weeks after the start date.
Once Rainey Trail is complete, road crews plan on milling and paving a 1.5-mile stretch on County Road 478A between Webster and Tarrytown. The project is expected to start on July 20 and will take about three weeks to complete. Construction will take place during daytime hours and is expected to have minimal impacts on people utilizing the roadway.
“These road investments reflect Sumter County’s ongoing commitment to maintaining a safe and reliable transportation network for residents and visitors,” said Shailesh Patel, Assistant PW Director – Construction Engineering & Inspection. “Routine maintenance projects like these help preserve our infrastructure and reduce the need for more extensive repairs in the future.”